In the preoperative phase of the patient awaiting cardiac surgery, a nurse should:
A) Clarify medication regimen preoperatively
B) Not alter medication regimen preoperatively
C) Save teaching material until after the surgery
D) Not discuss fears with the patient to avoid worsening them
Ans: A
Feedback: Clarification of the preoperative medication regimen is required to prepare the patient properly for surgery and avoid patient injuries and delays. Teaching and assessment of psychosocial adaptation/management is essential preoperatively.
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